Genesis 25:32

The Passion Translation

“Can’t you see I’m dying of hunger?” Esau said. “What good is the birthright if I’m dead?”

Cross References

Genesis 25:31

“Yes, but first you must trade me your birthright,” Jacob replied.

Genesis 25:33

But Jacob insisted, “First, swear to me that you’ll give it to me.” So, Esau swore an oath and surrendered his birthright to Jacob.

Genesis 27:36

Esau exclaimed, “Jacob, that heel grabber —the name fits him perfectly! Now he has tricked me twice! He stole my birthright, and now he’s robbed me of my blessing!” Then he asked, “Father, haven’t you reserved a blessing for me?”